Saint-Denis Population 2026 capital
Saint-Denis has a population of 154,765, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇷🇪 Réunion, located in Reunion. Roughly 17% of Réunion's population lives here. Saint-Denis is the capital of Réunion.
Population (city proper)
154,765
Rank in Réunion
#1
Coordinates
20.88°S, 55.45°E
~44 m elevation · Indian/Reunion
Other big cities in Reunion
| City | Population | Rank in Réunion |
|---|---|---|
| Saint-Paul | 105,240 | #2 |
| Saint-Pierre | 84,077 | #3 |
| Le Tampon | 81,943 | #4 |
| Saint-André | 57,150 | #5 |
| Saint-Louis | 53,935 | #6 |
| Saint-Joseph | 38,807 | #7 |
| Saint-Benoît | 37,023 | #8 |
| La Possession | 35,245 | #9 |
Cities near Saint-Denis
- Sainte-Marie34,344 people · ~11 km away
- La Possession35,245 people · ~13 km away
- Sainte-Suzanne24,293 people · ~17 km away
- Le Port33,336 people · ~17 km away
- Saint-André57,150 people · ~23 km away
- Saint-Paul105,240 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Saint-Denis?
Saint-Denis has a population of 154,765 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Réunion.
What region is Saint-Denis in?
Saint-Denis is located in Reunion, Réunion.
Is Saint-Denis the capital of Réunion?
Yes, Saint-Denis is the capital of Réunion.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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